1956 Simca Oceane vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1956 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | Oceane | A6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2842 mm |
