2008 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 779 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | X5 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
