1999 BMW 845 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1999 BMW 845 is newer by 13 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 419 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 845 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 845 | 505 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |