1981 BMW 725 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S.
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 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 725 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |