2009 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
