1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Fairlane 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 1972 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fairlane | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
