1966 Peugeot 204 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 940 kg more than 1966 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Peugeot 204 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 204 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
