1992 BMW 740 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 740 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |
