1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 37 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 297 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 348 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
