2005 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 530 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
