1960 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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:
| 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 256 F1 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
