1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 715 kg more than 1970 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | Dinan | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
