1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 2 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 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 405 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
Model | SE | Oceane |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |