1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 540 kg more than 1957 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 365 GTS | 203 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |