1990 BMW 316 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.

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, 1989 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1989 Peugeot 505
Make BMW Peugeot
Model 316 505
Year Released 1990 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2750 mm


 

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