1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP) has 401 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 666 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 445 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
