1983 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
