1959 BMW 700 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 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 700. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 700 | 605 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2810 mm |