1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 39 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 156 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Toronado | 408 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
