2009 BMW 335 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 335 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
