2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB7 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
