1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1957 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 308 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
