1999 BMW 740 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 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 232 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 740 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
