1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Toronado | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 66 L |
