2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1971 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 404. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1971 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 550 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
