1998 BMW 316 vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 316 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
