1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 850 kg more than 1956 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 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Lincoln | Simca |
| Model | Mark VI | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 90 Nm |
| 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 | 1820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
