2004 BMW 316 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. Both 2004 BMW 316 and 1989 Peugeot 505 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 316 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
