2004 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 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 330 (300 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
