1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 BMW 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505. 2004 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 505 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
