1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1946 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 427 kg more than 1946 Peugeot 202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1946 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 GT | 202 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
