1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 513 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | DB7 | 505 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |