2005 BMW 318 vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1945 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1945 Simca 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 318 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
