1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1956 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1956 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 810 kg more than 1956 Simca Vedette. 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:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1956 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
