1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 440 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. 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 288 GTO | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 288 GTO | 202 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
