2008 BMW 330 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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 330 (300 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 330 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
