1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 308 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
