2009 BMW M6 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 449 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | M6 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
