1997 BMW 850 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 850 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
