1976 BMW 630 vs. 1960 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1960 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 630 | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
