1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1991 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 405 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 405. (90 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 405, 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1991 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 LM | 405 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
