1956 BMW 507 vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1956 BMW 507 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1944 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:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1944 Simca 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 507 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
