1996 BMW M3 vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 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) has 196 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1949 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M3 | 203 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 80 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |