2009 BMW 530 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 530 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
