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 164 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 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 197 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (136 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
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 | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |