1977 BMW 520 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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 520 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 520 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |