1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408. 2011 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 408 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |