1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 18 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 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1958 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1958 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1958 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 3.3 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
