1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 504 | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |