2004 BMW 325 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1954 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
