2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca 1500 has manual transmission. 1963 Simca 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB7 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
