2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 620 kg more than 1962 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 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Viper | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
