1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 34 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 504 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1410 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
