1988 BMW 520 vs. 1942 Simca 5
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1942 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1942 Simca 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 520 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
