1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 277 kg more than 1951 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 365 GTB | 203 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 50 L |
