1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 456M | 504 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2304 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |