1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 604 is newer by 9 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 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 55 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 308 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
