1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 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 147 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 308 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
