2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Ram | 404 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
