1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1968 BMW 2800 is newer by 4 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 300 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 2800 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |