1973 BMW 525 vs. 1949 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1949 Peugeot 202. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 1949 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
