1993 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 730 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | M3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
