2005 BMW 330 vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 330 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
