2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 126 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 R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
