2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 41 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 375 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | Z3 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
