1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | F355 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
