1987 BMW 750 vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1987 BMW 750 and 1987 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205, 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 750 | 205 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |