1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 200 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | Testarossa | 403 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
