1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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 (364 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | F355 | 504D |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |