1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | Dino | 405 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
