1971 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Marcos 2 Litres | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
Model | 2 Litres | 407 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |