1998 BMW 730 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 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 143 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1950 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 730 (280 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 730 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
