1991 Peugeot 605 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 605. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 605, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Peugeot 605 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 605 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
