1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Continental is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 743 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Continental | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Lincoln | Simca |
| Model | Continental | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
