1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Avanti | Peugeot |
| Model | Avanti | 407 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
