2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Z4 | 403 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
