1980 BMW 316 vs. 1998 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1998 Peugeot Partner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner.
Because 1980 BMW 316 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 1980 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1980 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 1998 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 316 | Partner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
