1996 BMW 523 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 523 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 523 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
