1992 BMW 518 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 518 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 518 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
