1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 505 | 125 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 53 L |