2009 BMW 740 vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 740 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |
