1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 7 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 2,777 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 645 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.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | SE | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 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 | 63 L | 42 L |
