1974 BMW Touring vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | Touring | 205 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 820 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 |