1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 58 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1155 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Peugeot 203 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 203 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 528 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |