2004 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 325 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
