1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 305 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 305 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 305 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
