1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 605 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 605. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 151 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ferrari 365 GT 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 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605, 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 365 GT | 605 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
