2007 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Simca 1309
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1309. 1980 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1980 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 320 | 1309 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
