1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1952 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Peugeot 203 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
