2007 BMW 328 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 328 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
