1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 404 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
