1957 Peugeot 403 vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1967 Porsche 904 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,965 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904.
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 | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 403 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4650 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
