1969 Buick GS vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | GS | 203 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |