2007 BMW X3 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | X3 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
