2008 Ford GT vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 640 kg more than 1966 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford GT 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 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | GT | 204 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
