2001 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | X5 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
