2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP) has 464 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 614 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| 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 | 1734 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |
