1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 32 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (296 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 584 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Volante | 307 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |