2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 1957 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 505 kg more than 1957 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.
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2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 1957 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | 3200 GT | 403 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |