1977 BMW 528 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
Because 1977 BMW 528 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 1977 BMW 528. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 528 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
