1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 23 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 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 308 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 308 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1290 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 | 260 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 972 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 | 55 L |
