1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 LM | 305 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
