1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 272 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 403 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
