2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin V8 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 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204, 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 204 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |