1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
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1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 365 GT4 | 403 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |