1999 BMW Breyton vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1999 BMW Breyton is newer by 40 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 3,300 cc, 1999 BMW Breyton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Breyton (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Breyton should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Breyton weights approximately 730 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, 1999 BMW Breyton (746 Nm) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Breyton | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | Breyton | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1294 cc |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
