2007 BMW 323 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1949 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, 2007 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 2007 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 323 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1220 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
