1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 644 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Volante | 405 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |