1997 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 918 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 850 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
