1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 995 kg more than 1968 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | Lagonda | 504 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |