2007 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 335 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
