1994 Audi V8 vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | V8 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
