1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1981 Peugeot 505 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
