2008 BMW 320 vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
