1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
| Model | 911 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
