1989 BMW 850 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 850 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |