1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 60 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP) has 316 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 866 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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 203 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
