1960 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 404 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 5000 GT | 404 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 73 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
