2008 BMW X3 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 778 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | X3 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
