2007 Honda NSX vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
