1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 760 kg more than 1957 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Simca | Aston Martin |
| Model | Aronde | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2022 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2601 mm |
