1973 BMW 3 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 3 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |