1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 16 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 505 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
