1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 203 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 50 L |