1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | GT 40 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
