2008 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 505 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1960 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1960 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1286 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
