1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | GT 40 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
