1979 Ferrari 312 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, both 1979 Ferrari 312 and 1979 Peugeot 505 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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:
1979 Ferrari 312 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 312 | 505 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |