1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 550 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
