1985 Peugeot 309 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1985 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1985 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Peugeot 309 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 309 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |