1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 1987 Ferrari 208 and 1987 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ferrari 208 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 1987 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 208 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
