2004 BMW M6 vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | M6 | 1200S |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |