1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1949 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1949 Simca 8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | Lagonda | 8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |