2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 176 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.
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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Z4 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
