1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP) has 332 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1950 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | F355 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 924 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
