1985 McLaren MP4 vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, both 1985 McLaren MP4 and 1985 Peugeot 505 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 McLaren MP4 (987 HP @ 11500 RPM) has 881 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 McLaren MP4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1985 McLaren MP4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 McLaren MP4 | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | McLaren | Peugeot |
| Model | MP4 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1300 kg |
