1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 GTO | 205 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 110 L |
