2004 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
