2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | Z4 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
