2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1952 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 360 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
