1956 BMW 502 vs. 1962 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1962 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 502 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 502 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1962 Simca Plein Ceil. 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:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 1962 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 502 | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
