2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1943 Simca 5. 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.
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2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1943 Simca 5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | Vanquish | 5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1943 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |