1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, both 1993 Peugeot 405 and 1993 Ferrari 456 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 1993 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ferrari |
| Model | 405 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
