1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1997 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 806 is newer by 41 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 16 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1956 Aston Martin DB2 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 1956 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 806, 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1997 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB2 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
