1985 BMW 325 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1985 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 325 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1949 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, 1985 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 325 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
