1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 5 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB3 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |
