1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1955 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Z3 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
