2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 307 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
