1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 38 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 130 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, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 250 GT | 406 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |