1992 BMW 850 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 13 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 425 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 850 | 505 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |