1970 Peugeot 204 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 955 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 204 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 204 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2918 mm |
