2009 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | X5 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
