1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1979 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Avanti | Peugeot |
| Model | Avanti | 407 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
