1984 Ford GT vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406, 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | GT | 406 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
