2007 BMW 550 vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 995 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 550 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |