2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407, 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
