2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari 612 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 612 | 203 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |