2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1956 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Simca |
| Model | Phantom | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2450 mm |
