2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1983 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1983 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Z3 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
