1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1501 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
