1959 BMW 507 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 1959 BMW 507 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 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 507 | 605 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |