1963 BMW 700 vs. 1943 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1963 BMW 700 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Peugeot 202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1943 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1943 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1963 BMW 700.
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:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1943 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 700 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2460 mm |
