1961 Jensen 541 vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1961 Jensen 541 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1957 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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Jensen | Simca |
| Model | 541 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
