2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V12 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
