2007 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Simca 1307
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1307 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 148 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Simca 1307. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1307. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1975 Simca 1307 has manual transmission. 1975 Simca 1307 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 | 1975 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 330 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 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 | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
