1998 BMW 323 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1949 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 323 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
