1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1957 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | DB2 | Plein Ceil |
Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |