1986 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 735 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
