1992 BMW 540 vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 48 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 865 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 540 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
