1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1972 Peugeot 504

To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Testarossa 1972 Peugeot 504
Make Ferrari Peugeot
Model Testarossa 504
Year Released 1987 1972
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 1970 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2910 mm


 

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