1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Peugeot 206

To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2005 Peugeot 206
Make Ferrari Peugeot
Model 500 Testarossa 206
Year Released 1960 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1227 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 47 L


 

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