1965 Simca 1300 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 944 kg more than 1965 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Simca 1300 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 730 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |