1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 390 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 404. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 512 M | 404 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1618 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
