1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 1 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 215 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | DB2 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
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 | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |