2007 BMW 330 vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1960 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 330 | Oceane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
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 | 228 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |