2008 BMW 328 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 328 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
