1974 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 32 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Peugeot 407 (301 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Touring | 407 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
