1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
