1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Peugeot 504 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 504 | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |