1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 26 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 (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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 (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 GT | 205 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
