1963 Simca 1500 vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500. 2006 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca 1500 has manual transmission. 1963 Simca 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Simca 1500 | 2006 BMW 535 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | 1500 | 535 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1475 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |