1959 BMW 700 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 700 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
