1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 309 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
