2009 BMW X6 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | X6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
