1960 Peugeot 203 vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1960 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 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203. 2010 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1960 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1960 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Peugeot 203 | 2010 BMW 760 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 203 | 760 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1286 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 535 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |