2009 BMW 125 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 316 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 125 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
