1985 Peugeot 505 vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Peugeot 505 | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 505 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |