1965 Ferrari P5 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, both 1965 Ferrari P5 and 1965 Peugeot 204 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari P5 (296 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari P5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1965 Ferrari P5.
Because 1965 Ferrari P5 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 1965 Ferrari P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari P5 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | P5 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
