1971 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 504 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 504 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
