2001 BMW 318 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 15 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505.
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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 318 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
