1995 Peugeot 806 vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Because 1966 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 1966 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806, 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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 806 | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 806 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |
