1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 306 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
