1955 BMW 501 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1955 BMW 501 is newer by 5 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 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 BMW 501 (110 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 BMW 501 weights approximately 421 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 BMW 501 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 501 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
