2006 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 530 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
