1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1948 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1948 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1948 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1948 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
