1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1301 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2969 mm |
