2006 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 525 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1294 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
