1963 Simca Ariane vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 714 kg more than 1963 Simca Ariane. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1963 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Simca Ariane | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Simca | Aston Martin |
Model | Ariane | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 97 L |