1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1945 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1945 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1945 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1945 Peugeot 202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1945 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB4 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
