2000 Acura NSX vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 45 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 407 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 403 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
