1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 18 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Because 1977 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 308 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
