1965 Peugeot 404 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 404 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1965 Peugeot 404 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 404 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
