2009 BMW 760 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1949 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 2009 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 760 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 760 | 8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |