1983 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 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 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Peugeot 505 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 505 | 120 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |