1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
