2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 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 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 505 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 404 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |