2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1956 Simca Vedette
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1956 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 Simca Vedette. 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.
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2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1956 Simca Vedette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | DB9 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |