2007 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 535 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 2007 BMW 320 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 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 320 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1505 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
