1964 Vauxhall Cresta vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 1964 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 1964 Vauxhall Cresta has manual transmission. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Peugeot |
| Model | Cresta | 408 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
