1986 BMW 730 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1986 BMW 730 and 1986 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW 730 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 730 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 730 | 309 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |