2007 BMW M vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 26 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M | 505 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |