1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1365 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1966 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1966 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1200S | 550 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
