1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB2 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
