1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 645 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | Vantage | 605 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
