1991 Ferrari C62 vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1991 Ferrari C62 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari C62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 497 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari C62 | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | C62 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3368 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 588 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 723 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
