1998 BMW M vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | M | 1200S |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |