1998 BMW 328 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 12 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 300 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 328 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
