1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1969 Simca 1301 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1969 Simca 1301. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 1500 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |