1983 Peugeot 505 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 505 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 505 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
