1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 348 kg more than 1960 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 328 GTS | 203 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
