2009 BMW M3 vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1951 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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | M3 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 39 L |
