2009 BMW 550 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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 550 (490 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 550 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
