1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (296 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 307 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
