1993 BMW M5 vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1952 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M5 | 203 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |