1974 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 306 is newer by 27 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 11 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | Touring | 306 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
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 | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |