2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB7 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
