2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 591 kg more than 1955 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
Model | LS | 203 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |