2006 BMW 530 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 530 | 203 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |