1972 BMW Touring vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | Touring | 305 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |