2007 BMW 320 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 204 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
