1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 604. 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Peugeot 604 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Peugeot | Aston Martin |
Model | 604 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2847 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |