2007 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 320 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |