1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1090 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |
