2007 BMW 335 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1950 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 335 (400 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 335 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
