1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 300 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
