1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1959 Simca Oceane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Imperial | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2450 mm |
