2008 BMW 540 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S.
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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 2008 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1966 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1966 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 540 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1204 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
