1941 Simca 5 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1941 Simca 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Simca 5 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
