2003 AC Cobra vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 48 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Cobra | 403 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |