1977 BMW 320 vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1977 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 320 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1969 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, 1977 BMW 320 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 320 | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 320 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |