1989 BMW 730 vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1941 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:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 730 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
