1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1969 Peugeot 204 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB4 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 1958 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | DB4 | 204 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |