1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
| Model | 911 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1525 mm |
