1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1997 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 42 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 345 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | Maranello | 403 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |
