1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 1984 Peugeot 504
To start off, both 1984 Ferrari 208 and 1984 Peugeot 504 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 504. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 1984 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 208 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
