1977 Simca 1100 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1977 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1100 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1100 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 942 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |
