2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1960 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB9 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
