1975 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Because 1975 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 520 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
