1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 480 kg more than 1960 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 365 GTC | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
