2008 BMW 528 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 528 | 203 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |