1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
