1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1946 Simca 8
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 8 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1946 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1946 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:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1946 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
