1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 505 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 505. 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 512 BB | 505 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1971 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |