1963 Simca 1300 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1300 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
