1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 GT | 406 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
