2006 BMW 650 vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1948 Simca 8. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 650 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
