1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 1600 | 206 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |