2007 BMW 525 vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1943 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1943 Simca 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 525 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
