1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 574 kg more than 1956 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | CLK GTR | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 613 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 790 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
