1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 304 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 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 250 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 304, 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB4 | 304 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
