2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 30 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 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 273 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, 2002 Peugeot 406, 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 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 406 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 406 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
