1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 844 kg more than 1952 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, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203. 2005 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1952 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1952 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Peugeot 203 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 203 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
