1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Peugeot 504 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Peugeot | Ferrari |
Model | 504 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2110 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |