1954 Abarth Simca vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Simca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Simca would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Simca. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Simca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 907 kg more than 1954 Abarth Simca. 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:
| 1954 Abarth Simca | 1995 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Simca | M5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
