1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB4 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
