2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1968 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S2000 | 504 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |