1960 Peugeot 403 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 225 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 403. 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:
| 1960 Peugeot 403 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 403 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
