1947 Simca 5 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 66 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 1010 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
