1981 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 628 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 628 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
