1992 BMW 540 vs. 1943 Simca 8
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1943 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1943 Simca 8. 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:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1943 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 540 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
