1983 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 231 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | M6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
