2007 BMW 760 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 54 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1953 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1953 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1953 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 760 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
