2006 BMW M5 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | M5 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 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 |
