2009 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 530 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
