1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1952 Simca Aronde. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB2 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 39 L |
