2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 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 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 840 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | V8 Vantage | 1000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 73 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 36 L |