1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1945 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1945 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1945 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1945 Peugeot 202. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1945 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 308 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
