1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 836 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 939 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Peugeot 504 | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Peugeot | Koenigsegg |
Model | 504 | Agera |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |