2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1948 Simca 6
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 6 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1948 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1948 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1948 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
