1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 GT | 204 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |
