1958 Simca Oceane vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1958 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1958 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1958 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Simca Oceane | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Simca | Cadillac |
Model | Oceane | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |