1988 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Because 1988 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 520 | 605 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |