2008 BMW 530 vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 530 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
