1995 BMW M5 vs. 1944 Simca 8
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1944 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1944 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1944 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | M5 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
