1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 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 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | F355 | 505 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |