2005 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1966 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 M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | M3 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |