1952 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 61 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 1203 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Peugeot 203 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 203 | ActiveHybrid 7 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
