1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 875 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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 Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | Virage | 404 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |