1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407, 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 GTO | 407 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 67 L |
