1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 26 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 403. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondial | 403 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
