1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 2 Litres would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 695 kg more than 1977 Simca 2 Litres.
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. 1977 Simca 2 Litres has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Simca 2 Litres will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Simca 2 Litres | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
