2009 BMW 120 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203

To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 120 1957 Peugeot 203
Make BMW Peugeot
Model 120 203
Year Released 2009 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 73 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 6.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L