2001 BMW 735 vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,429 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. 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 735 (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 735 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |
