1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1957 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 1996 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 203 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
