1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Simca 1200S | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | 1200S | 125 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |