1959 Simca Oceane vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1020 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.
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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Simca Oceane | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Simca | Alpina |
| Model | Oceane | B7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
