2005 BMW 320 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 320 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
