1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 1600 | 505 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |