1988 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 530 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 530 | 505 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |