1947 Simca 5 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1947 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:
| 1947 Simca 5 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 175 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 | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
