1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
Because 1994 Ferrari F512 M 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 1994 Ferrari F512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | F512 M | 605 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
