2007 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 17 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
