2008 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 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 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | X5 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
