1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1958 Peugeot 403 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | 2-Litre | 403 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
