1962 Peugeot 403 vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 403. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 403 | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 403 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
