1960 Simca Oceane vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 53 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 910 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1960 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1960 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Oceane | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Simca | Maserati |
| Model | Oceane | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |
