2009 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1960 Simca Plein Ceil has manual transmission. 1960 Simca Plein Ceil will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1960 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 320 | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
