2004 BMW 535 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. 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 535 (561 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 535 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
