1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 27 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 57 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 506 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | DB3 | 604 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |