1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1969 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 404. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 1969 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 412 GT | 404 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |