1961 Simca Oceane vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 911 kg more than 1961 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca Oceane | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Simca | Infiniti |
| Model | Oceane | M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
