1969 Opel Admiral vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (163 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 72 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Admiral 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 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1969 Opel Admiral (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Admiral | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Admiral | 407 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
