2004 BMW 745 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1955 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 745 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
