2009 BMW 330 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. 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 330 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 330 | 403 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |