1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang 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 1969 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 607 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
