1998 Peugeot 605 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 605 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 605 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
