1991 BMW Z1 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Z1 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
