1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Simca Oceane weights approximately 292 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort S8 | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Simca |
| Model | S8 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
