1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1957 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 403 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 74 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1957 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Turbo | 403 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
