2007 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 570 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 2007 BMW 330 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 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 330 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
