1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 405 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 405. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2004 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 405. (205 Nm). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 405 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |
