1991 BMW M12 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M12 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
