1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1948 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.
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1990 BMW Z1 | 1948 Simca 5 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | Z1 | 5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |