2007 BMW 335 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 335 | 309 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
