2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 838 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V12 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
