1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ferrari 308. 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 308 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
