1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 35 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 258 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 60 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, 1999 Peugeot 206, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 LM | 206 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |
