2003 BMW 320 vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 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, 2003 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane. 2003 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1957 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1957 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 320 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
