2003 BMW Z4 vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 2003 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z4 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. 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, 2003 BMW Z4 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | Z4 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
