2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 295 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
