1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 696 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | F50 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
