2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000.
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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB7 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 47 L |
