1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 505 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 690 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 505. 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 V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 505 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |