2008 BMW 750 vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 750 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |