2000 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 325 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |