1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 GT | 806 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
