1948 Simca 8 vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 894 kg more than 1948 Simca 8. 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. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1948 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1948 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Simca 8 | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Simca | Aston Martin |
| Model | 8 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
