1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 43 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Oceane weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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 Lotus M250 (321 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | M250 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
