1988 BMW 524 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 524 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
