1990 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 11 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
