1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1963 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 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806, 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | DB4 | 806 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |