1946 Peugeot 202 vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 318 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1946 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Peugeot 202 | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 202 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
