2009 BMW 335 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 335 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
