1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 429 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406, 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 Volante | 406 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
