1997 Lexus SC vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 40 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 580 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.
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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus SC | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Lexus | Simca |
| Model | SC | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
