2009 BMW M3 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1955 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M3 | 203 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |