1978 BMW 725 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 725 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 725 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
