1983 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1958 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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 325 | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 325 | 203 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |