1999 BMW M28i vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 9 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 500 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M28i | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M28i | 505 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 144 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |