2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 787 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
