2008 BMW 523 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 523 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
