2001 BMW 318 vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1957 Simca Plein Ceil has manual transmission. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 318 | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
