1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1206 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 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 550 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1301 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3071 mm |
