2009 BMW 335 vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S. 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 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 335 | 1200S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |