1995 Peugeot 806 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806, 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 806 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ferrari |
| Model | 806 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
