1977 Simca 1309 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Simca 1309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1309 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1309 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
