2009 BMW 525 vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. 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. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1944 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1944 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | 202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5495 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
