1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 4 kg more than 1956 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | Turbo | 203 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 77 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |