1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 39 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1640 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, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2934 mm |
