1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1967 Peugeot 404. 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | Lagonda | 404 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |