1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1944 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. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1944 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1944 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 3.3 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
