1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 505 | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |