1944 Peugeot 202 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. 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. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1944 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1944 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Peugeot 202 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 202 | 640 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |
