1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB6 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
