1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1955 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 203 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 203 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
