2007 BMW 118 vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 50 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), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 260 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane. 2007 BMW 118 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. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 118 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
