2006 BMW 730 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (228 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 730 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
