1955 Maserati 250 vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 404 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Maserati 250 (267 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Maserati 250.
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 Maserati 250 | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
