1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 504 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 504 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
