2007 BMW 545 vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 545 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |