1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP) has 627 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1949 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | F50 | 203 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 521 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |