1954 BMW 502 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1954 BMW 502 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 1954 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205, 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 502 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
