2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 54 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 590 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 350Z | 203 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1710 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
