1954 Ferrari 553 F1 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
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:
| 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 553 F1 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
