2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2001 Ferrari 456M and 2001 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ferrari 456M 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 2001 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307, 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 456M | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
