1961 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 17 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 650 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. 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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1961 Maserati 5000 GT | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | 5000 GT | 202 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1944 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |