1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 31 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 765 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari Maranello | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | Maranello | 204 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 42 L |
