1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 BMW 2800 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 1969 BMW 2800. 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 2800 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
