1994 BMW 730 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 730 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
