1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1960 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | F355 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
