1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ferrari 400 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 1978 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205, 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (115 Nm). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
