1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1949 Simca 6
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 6 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1949 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1949 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1949 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V8 Volante | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
