1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 29 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 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 400 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 250 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
