1977 BMW 320 vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1982 Peugeot 505 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 BMW 320.
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, 1982 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
