2007 BMW M6 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,999 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 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1955 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 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 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 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M6 | 203 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1288 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 | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |