2007 Maserati GT vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | GT | 404 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
