2007 BMW 550 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1966 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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 550 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |