1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1961 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 1961 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB4 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
