1998 BMW 730 vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1948 Simca 5. 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:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1948 Simca 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 730 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
