1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Pontiac Catalina 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 1965 Pontiac Catalina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607, 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Catalina | 607 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
