1996 BMW 520 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 520 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 520 | 207 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |