1970 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | BMW |
| Model | M530 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
