2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 342 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505. 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 350Z | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
