2005 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 Simca 1100. 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 330 (290 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 330 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
