1980 BMW 725 vs. 1946 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1980 BMW 725 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202.
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:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 1946 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 725 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 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 |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
