1996 BMW 523 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
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 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 523 | 505 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |