1999 BMW 740 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 740 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2240 mm |
