1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 44 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 245 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Camaro | 403 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
