2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 51 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane.
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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm) has 785 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 2007 Bentley Azure 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. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Azure | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
