2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-250 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1618 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 50 L |
