1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (408 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 205 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1775 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
