1964 Simca 1300 vs. 2007 BMW 645
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1300 | 2007 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
