2008 BMW 525 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 730 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 525 (250 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 525 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
