1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 34 kg more than 1948 Simca 8. 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | Turbo | 8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
