2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 491 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (359 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | 350Z | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
