1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1984 Peugeot 305
To start off, both 1984 Ferrari 400 and 1984 Peugeot 305 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 305, 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1984 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
