2004 BMW 535 vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 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 187 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1501 has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1501 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 535 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
