2005 BMW 745 vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. 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 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1964 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1964 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 745 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |
