1948 Simca 8 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 58 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 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP) has 401 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 760 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 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. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Simca 8 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Simca | Aston Martin |
| Model | 8 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
