1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Ro 80 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | NSU | Peugeot |
| Model | Ro 80 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
