1977 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 425 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 520 | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
