1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 403 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
