1950 Simca 8 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Simca 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 8 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2132 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
