2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 505.
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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | DB7 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
