1998 BMW 730 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203

To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1960 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.

Compare all specifications:

1998 BMW 730 1960 Peugeot 203
Make BMW Peugeot
Model 730 203
Year Released 1998 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2793 cc 1288 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 73 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 6.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1122 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L


 

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