2007 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | M6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
