1960 Peugeot 203 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 203 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1286 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |
