2009 BMW 750 vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP) has 314 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1948 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 750 (490 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1948 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1948 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 750 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
