1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP) has 546 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1950 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 203 | W12 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 590 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
