2001 BMW 318 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (142 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 545 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 318 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
