1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1624 kg more than 1955 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 919 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 2010 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Maybach |
| Model | 203 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
