2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1958 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1958 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | E-350 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
