1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | DB6 | 504 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2304 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |