1971 BMW 3 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 3 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |