1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP) has 369 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1973 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB7 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
