2005 BMW 325 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 325 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
