2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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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2008 Ford Mustang | 1961 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 403 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |