1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1980 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1980 Peugeot 505 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1980 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | DB2 | 505 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |