1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | DB7 | Oceane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |