1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 34 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 150 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 505 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |