1973 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 525 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |