1943 Simca 5 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5.
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:
1943 Simca 5 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | 5 | 320 |
Year Released | 1943 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 570 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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |