1981 BMW 518 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1981 BMW 518 is newer by 19 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 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 518 (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 518 weights approximately 408 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, 1981 BMW 518 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 518 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 518 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |