1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Because 1968 Dodge Coronet 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 1968 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Coronet | 407 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
