1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1972 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 404 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1972 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 LM | 404 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
