1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 405 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |