2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1954 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 360 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
