1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 41 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 955 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2856 mm |
