1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1945 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1945 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1945 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1945 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.
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1998 BMW Z3 | 1945 Peugeot 202 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | Z3 | 202 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1945 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |