1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1959 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Bentley | Simca |
Model | Brooklands | Oceane |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |