2005 BMW 330 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 403 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
