1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 410 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 605 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |