1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 296 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 365 GT | 403 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |