1941 Simca 5 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 70 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 1380 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 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3070 mm |
