1978 BMW 730 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1978 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 730 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
