1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 220 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 203 | 118 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |