2008 BMW 523 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1969 Simca 1301. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 523 | 1301 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |