1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (95 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 1500 | 505 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |