1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1976 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 404 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 480 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 404. 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.
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1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1976 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 404 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |