1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1948 Simca 8. 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:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB6 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
