1983 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 504 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 504 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
