1974 BMW Touring vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 205 is newer by 13 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Peugeot 205 (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | Touring | 205 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 875 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 |