2008 BMW 130 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 42 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 645 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 130 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 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 | 1375 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |
