1944 Peugeot 202 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Peugeot 202 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 202 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
