1959 BMW 700 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1959 BMW 700 is newer by 3 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Oceane weights approximately 310 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1956 Simca Oceane (90 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1956 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 700 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2450 mm |
