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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 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 479 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1559 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
