1957 BMW 502 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1957 BMW 502 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1956 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:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 502 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
