1961 BMW 700 vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1961 BMW 700 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 1952 Peugeot 203 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 700 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
