1952 Ferrari 212 vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1981 Peugeot 505 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,561 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 212.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ferrari 212 | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 212 | 505 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2561 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |