1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 907 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,892 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 907 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 907 (493 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 907 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 907. (214 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 907.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 308 | 907 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
