1993 BMW 840 vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1948 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 840 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
