1972 BMW 3 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1972 BMW 3 and 1972 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 BMW 3 (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 3 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3003 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |