1981 BMW 525 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1981 BMW 525 is newer by 25 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 310 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 525 | Oceane |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |