1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil.
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 Pickster | 1959 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | Pickster | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
