1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1941 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:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB2 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
