1957 Peugeot 403 vs. 1955 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1957 Peugeot 403 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1955 Porsche 550 A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 403 | 1955 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 403 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
