1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1956 Simca Oceane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Oceane weights approximately 46 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 212 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
