2001 BMW 320 vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 320 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
