1959 Maserati 250 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Maserati 250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 250 (232 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Maserati 250.
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:
| 1959 Maserati 250 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
