1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 403 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
