1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 63 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP) has 364 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 956 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 203 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 408 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
