1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1967 Peugeot 404 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
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:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB3 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
