1996 BMW M3 vs. 1946 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 50 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 694 kg more than 1946 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:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1946 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
