2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 842 kg more than 1961 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1961 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1961 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | STS | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
