1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 621 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB3 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
