1963 BMW 700 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 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 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. 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 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 700 | 505 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2910 mm |