1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1944 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1944 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB3 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2010 mm |
