2008 BMW 318 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1960 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, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 318 | 203 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |