1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1947 Simca 6
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 6 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1947 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1947 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1947 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
