1955 Ferrari D 50 vs. 1995 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 504 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
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:
| 1955 Ferrari D 50 | 1995 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | D 50 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
