1963 Porsche 356 vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1963 Porsche 356 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 37 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
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, 1963 Porsche 356 (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1963 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Porsche 356 | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 356 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
