1971 BMW Touring vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 505 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | Touring | 505 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |