2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403.
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.
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2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 403 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |