1959 BMW 700 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 700 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 47 L |
