1960 Simca Oceane vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 626 kg more than 1960 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Oceane | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Simca | Pontiac |
| Model | Oceane | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
