1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1997 Ferrari F355 and 1997 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 1997 Ferrari F355 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 1997 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605, 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | F355 | 605 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |