1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 504 | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 504 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
