1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 505 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 164 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 365 GT | 505 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |