1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 25 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 223 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 1985 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 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 408 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 |
