2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 975 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 304, 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 304 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
