1999 Peugeot 306 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 306, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 306 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 306 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
