1971 BMW Touring vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Peugeot 205 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | Touring | 205 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |