1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 62 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Peugeot 203 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 203 | 330 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |