1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 53 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 187 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. 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 Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 403 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
