2007 BMW M6 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1954 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M6 | 203 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |