1962 Peugeot 403 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 500 kg more than 1962 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1962 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1962 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 403 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 403 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
