1964 Simca 1000 vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Simca 1000 | 1995 BMW 730 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 730 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |