1972 Peugeot 504 vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 504 | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 504 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
