2007 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1972 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1972 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 330 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
