1992 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 520 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
