1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 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 239 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 348 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
