2004 BMW 630 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1971 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 630 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 630 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
