1983 BMW M6 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW M6 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | M6 | 8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |