1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 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 479 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | Vantage | 405 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
