1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 208 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
