1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203.
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 Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | Pickster | 203 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |