1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 504 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
