1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Peugeot 404. 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 308 | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 308 | 404 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |