1988 BMW 525 vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S. 1988 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 525 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
