2007 BMW 530 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (255 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1956 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1956 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 530 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 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 |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
