1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 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 703 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | F50 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 42 L |
