2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 934 kg more than 1956 Simca Aronde. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | Vanquish | Aronde |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |